In essence, architecture is a system of complex relationships which is exemplified are ideas concerning natural and built form and how these two forms interact to create what we characterize as architecture. Any built form lacking natural form is in essence a building; natural form without building is landscape. As such, architecture lies in this in-between area. It is thus through Mutualism that architecture can seek to be more than just a landscape or a building.
I arrived at this question based on not only my interest and fascination with architect, but also due to importance it would have in our future class discussion. As Hugo Haring pointed out, there is a difference between an engineer and an architect and this is that an engineer only does material works while an architect gives life to the structure. This is a very important point that is worth looking it closely and this according to my view necessitates delving deep into how an architect gives life to a structure and creates a work of spiritual vitally and fulfillment.
My question in essence closely relate to the broader theme in our reading since it relates to organic structure. This is interesting and sparks a lot of discussion on the very nature and understanding of not only mutuality and the work of art, but also the importance of the difference forms in organic structure. Therefore my question is, how does an architect create a total form, a gestalt, a work of spiritual vitally and fulfillment, an object that belongs to and serves an idea, a higher culture?
